2005 Ford Ranger Review
Price Estimate: $2,478 - $3,855





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Multiple trim levels and options, functional interior, cheap price.
Cons
- Dated platform, weak engines, choppy ride, lack of modern features and amenities, no crew cab body style.
What’s new
The flareside pickup bed option is no longer available. Package updates and revised wheel and tire options round out the changes to the 2005 Ford Ranger.
Edmunds says
Old, tired and completely outclassed by its competition, the 2005 Ford Ranger only deserves a look if you're content with a cheap price and passable performance.
For sale near West Bloomfield, MI
53 listings
- New ListingPhotos not available$10,995
- 154,940 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6'0” bed, 4l, 6cyl
- Auto Park Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (171 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- 6ft Bed
- Extended Cab
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Plymouth, IN
2005 Ford Ranger Red XL 4WD *NON-SMOKER, Ranger XL, 4.0L V6 SOHC, 5-Speed Automatic with Overdrive, 4WD, 15" 7-Spoke Silver Painted Steel Wheels, 4.10...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FTYR15E55PB09703
Stock: 5PB09703
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $9,999fair price$98 above market
- 57,000 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, government vehicle
- 6'0” bed, 3l, 6cyl
- Clutch Motors (231 mi away)
- 6ft Bed
- Standard Cab
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Lake Bluff, IL
This 2005 Ford Ranger 2dr XL 2dr Standard Cab RWD SB features a V6 3.0L Natural Aspiration 6cyl Gasoline engine. It is equipped with a 5 Speed Automat...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (21 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FTYR10U95PA72542
Stock: A72542
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-15-2025
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Long Term Review (8 Yrs)
4.38 out of 5 starsjfleenor, 03/22/2013
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
I have had the Ranger for 8 years, and it has NEVER been in the shop.
1 set of brakes and 1 set of tires. Regular maintenance.
Driven from CA to TN 4 times.
CA to AZ countless times, towing 2 waverunners. Last week, the heater controll valve broke, but that's the only problem ever.
Interior/exterior still looks new, except for someone backing into it 2 weeks ago.
New complete rear … bumper/Taillights ($260).
In body shop next week (minor damage). Still gets 26 mpg on the hwy.
Not a luxury car, but it's one of the best vehicles I've owned. Thought about selling it, but love it too much.
Going to add custom upgrades and drive it for another 8 yrs. See the rest of post for more info.
Great little truck.
4.88 out of 5 starsJames Patterson, 07/02/2010
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside SB (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
My dad bought the truck to be my future vehicle. Great for around town driving and trips to/from Lowes, not great for heavy hauling and towing. A/C and heater work GREAT because of the small size of the cab. sank this one into a hole while delivering hay and pulled it right out, no damage. the Vulcan V6 leaves some to be desired but it can hold its own. no maintenance besides normal … checkups needed. runs like a Swiss watch, never had any strange sounds. the engine does vapor release with a click quite a bit more often then other cars but no problem. The truck gets good mileage but the tank is small. expect to fill up a bit more often. I like to think of it as a car with a large trunk.
Update after 3 years. Even better.
5 out of 5 starsJDP, 05/03/2008
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
I wanted to give an update after owing the Ranger for 3 years. I am even more impressed with this little truck than earlier. Mileage is still great for a truck (4cyl,5spd) I still have the original tires. No squeaks or rattles, and it is a truck. Moved from Austin to DFW with a full load and a trailer load behind. Probably 2000lbs total. I thought it would be a slow 4th gear go. Not a … bit of it. Got out on I35, shifted up to 5th gear and away we went. I love this truck. I have met several owners that have owned more than one and now I know why.
Fun Good looking and Reliable
5 out of 5 starsjustabit50@gmail.com, 07/19/2016
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
Sparkly rims,and a bright red paint job. I purchased a Leer canopy for it and mounted Thule bike and kayak racks on the top. I can take it anywhere. I sleep in the back and go kayaking or biking the next day. At 27 mpg and a zippy little engine that gets me over those high mountain passes with ease, I have no complaints. AC works great and sound system is just fine. Seats are comfy and … interior attractive. Yes you could buy a more expensive truck but for the price and reliability it doesnt get much better than this.
2005 Ranger Highlights
SuperCab
XL
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $17,500 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $221/month |
Seating | 3 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Max Towing Capacity | 5,860 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5PassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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